NI Infrastructure Minister Nichola Mallon has been called to answer questions after she granted full planning permission for the North-South Interconnector.

Sinn Féin MLA Cathal Boylan said: "Given that the Interconnector is a hugely significant project, it’s concerning that the Minister felt a tweet was more appropriate than informing other elected members.

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"In the interests of transparency and accountability, it's important that a major decision which affects many local communities, is brought before the Assembly."